Overnight Pear and Beetroot Oats

I tried this recipe couple of times last year and I loved it. Then I simply forgot about it. Few days ago I had my blood test done and I am the kind of person that is incredibly scared of it, plus I feel really weak after (maybe it’s all psychological?!). Anyways, the evening before the test I knew I would need a breakfast that could give me all the energy and the nutrients – beetroots are high in iron. The result was successful: first I enjoyed it a lot and second I felt really good after!! P.S. You don’t need a blood test to try the recipe 😉

Ingredients:

1 pear (1 apple works perfectly too)

1 cooked beetroot

1 portion of oats (1 cup for me)

1 cup almond milk

2 tablespoons chia seeds

1 tablespoons sultanas (optional)

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 tablespoon agave syrup or maple syrup

Method

Blend the pear and the beetroot until you reach a sort of compote

In a jar put the oats, the chia seeds, the cinnamon, pear and beetroot compote, the sultanas and the almond milk (the liquid must cover all the dry ingredients), stir well with a spoon.

Cover and refrigerate overnight

The next morning, stir a bit, microwave for 30 seconds if you like it warm (I honestly enjoy it cold)

Add the agave or maple syrup and enjoy

I topped it with some extra sultanas and blueberries to make it even more yummy

Why we like it:

It adds the benefits of the beetroots to your breakfast

It’s very practical because you prepare it the evening before. Moreover, you can top it with your favorite nut butters and fresh fruit